Cast Iron Teapots

Cast Iron Teapots at Great Prices!

Cast iron teapots have long been popular among serious tea drinkers. They are made in a variety of styles, shapes and colors and are common in many countries around the world.  In some countries it is common for almost every family to own a cast iron teapot or tea kettle. In Japan cast iron teapots are called Tetsubin and they enjoy special status within families and are often passed from one generation to the next.

Cast iron teapots are ideal for making high quality tea. They are typically equipped with a mesh infuser basket that is lowered into the teapot once tea leaves are loaded into it. The infuser basket holds the tea leaves during the brewing process and prevents pieces of tea leaves from leaking into the brew. The interiors of many cast iron teapots are coated with enamel, which prevents rusting.

If properly cared for, cast iron teapots can last for decades. The fact that they are made from cast iron requires some specific care in order to maximize its service life and preserve its appearance. Cleaning a cast iron teapot should always be done with a soft rag or sponge and warm water.  Abrasive pads, detergents or any kind of soap should not be used, nor should cast iron teapots be placed in dishwashers or microwave ovens.

Special care should be taken to avoid scratching the enamel interior with utensils or other metal objects. If the enamel coating is scratched it is likely that your cast iron teapot will begin to rust and ultimately may render it unusable. Care and cleaning instructions will be included in your purchase of a cast iron teapot and you should ensure that you follow these directions to the letter or you risk damaging your teapot.

Cast iron teapots come in various sizes and price ranges. You can purchase smaller models very cheaply, while others, like the fancy JapaneseTetsubin teapots can be quite a bit more expensive.  You can find high quality cast iron teapots wherever cast iron cookware, tea kettles and other cast iron cooking utensils are sold.

Good luck and happy shopping!